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Pioneer Bush Pilot: Story Of Noel Wien (Bantam Air And Space Series, No. 11)
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This Is The Wonderful True Story Of One Of The Great Aviation Pioneers Of The Twentieth Century. Noel Wien Was A Young Midwestern Farm Boy In The Early Nineteen Hundreds Who'S Love Of Flying Began The Moment He Saw His First Biplane. In The Early 1920'S, He Became One Of The First Bush Pilots In Alaska And His Accomplishments And Skill As A Pilot Soon Became Legendary. He Flew Everything From Trapper'S Pelts To The Mail And Was The First To Land A Plane In Many Of The Most Remote Areas In The Alaskan Wilderness. More Than Once, He Was Forced To Put His Plane Down In Severe Weather And Walk Back To Civilization. All Of This Was Accomplished Using Very Primitive Maps And No Real Landing Facilities. Wien Became An Expert At Landing His Plane On Sandbars In River Beds. He Eventually Got To The Point Where He Had A Map Of The Many Mountains And Rivers In His Head And His Instincts As A Pilot Saved Him Many Times. He Was A Pilot For Hire Who Could Be Depended On To Deliver Much Needed News And Supplies To Just About Anywhere In The Wild. What Made His Exploits As A Pilot Even More Extraordinary Was The Fact That In Those Early Days Of Aviation He Was Doing All Of His Flying In Open Cockpit Aircraft In Severe And Subfreezing Temperatures. Navigation Was Done Strictly By Vision And He Would Only Fly When His Instincts Told Him He Could Make It To His Destination. He Was The First To Discover The Wreckage Of The Plane That Killed Will Rogers And Wiley Post And He Flew A Legendary New Route Across The Canadian Rockies To Deliver The Photographs Of That Ill Fated Flight To The Newspapers In Seattle. Wien'S Accomplishments Grew Through The Years And He Eventually Started Wien Alaskan Airways. His Love And Dedication To His Craft Helped To Open Up The Alaskan Wilderness And Make It So Accessible Today
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Pioneer Bush Pilot: Story of Noel Wien'? A: The book narrates the true story of Noel Wien, a pioneering bush pilot in Alaska, detailing his adventures and contributions to aviation in the early twentieth century.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ira Harkey.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may show signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The genre of the book falls under 'Travelers & Explorers', focusing on aviation and exploration.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on March 1, 1991.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book features a mass market binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for aviation enthusiasts? A: Yes, the book is ideal for aviation enthusiasts as it details the life and experiences of a significant figure in aviation history.
- Q: What makes Noel Wien's story unique? A: Noel Wien's story is unique due to his pioneering role as one of the first bush pilots in Alaska, navigating harsh conditions and remote areas with minimal resources.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for someone interested in Alaskan history? A: Yes, this book would be a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in Alaskan history, aviation, or exploration, as it highlights the challenges and achievements of early aviators.